Dark Sky by C. J. Box (G. P. Putnam’s Sons: Penguin) is the top holds title of the week (3/1/21). LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting for this buzziest book.

The 21st Joe Pickett novel sees Pickett leading a tech baron on a hunting
trip—but the prey here is human and Joe must once again save the day, himself, and his high-profile charge.

READ-ALIKES

Tracking Game by Margaret Mizushima (Crooked Lane)

Appeared on the November 2019 LibraryReads list

“This is a terrific series with characters that are constantly changing. I’m so excited to see what happens to them next! A good pick for fans of Nevada Barr.” —Liz Kirchoff, Barrington Area Library, Barrington, IL

Force of Nature by Jane Harper (Flatiron: Macmillan)

Appeared on the February 2018 LibraryReads list

“When Detective Falk learns that an informant went missing during a corporate team building exercise in the bush, he realizes that she tried to call him in the middle of the night. Harper once again creates a compelling, fast-paced, and atmospheric mystery set in a remote wilderness area of Australia. Perfect for fans of Nevada Barr and Paul Doiron. Highly recommended.”
—Vicki Nesting, St. Charles Parish Library, Destrehan, LA

Widowmaker by Paul Doiron (Minotaur: St. Martin’s)

Appeared on the June 2016 LibraryReads list

“Doiron delivers a novel of intensifying suspense. The brooding and flawed Bowditch deals with a newly revealed family secret that sets him off on a search for the truth. His personal mission leads him into danger as he chases a vigilante through the wintry Maine woods. Doiron perfects his storytelling with a richly detailed setting and admirable sense of timing. You’ll want to go back to the previous Bowditch adventures while awaiting the next installment. Highly recommended for fans of Nevada Barr and C. J. Box.” —Mamie Ney, Auburn Public Library, Auburn, ME